English Explanatory Dictionary

fisherman's knot

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of bend that is a popular double overhand knot used to join two lines or ropes of equal thickness.
  2. A loop knot made in the bight, and favored by fishermen as quick and secure.

Word forms

fisherman's knot fisherman's knots

Synonyms

fisherman's loop English knot Englishman's knot water knot waterman's knot
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